2006 Kia Optima Door Lock Problems

The drivers side door lock will not unlock with the electrical button or manually.

2006 kia optima door lock problems.

The lock only opens half way pull handle to open door automatically locks. Was hit with a class action lawsuit in a california federal court alleging that its kia optimas made in model years 2001 through 2006 are made with defective door locks that pose a potential safety hazard. Kia motors america inc. Dealer contacted but will not fix problem although vehicle is only a few hundred miles over warranty.

Our list of 8 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2006 kia optima. Car complaints car problems and defect information. Can t open door with key from outside. Problem with your 2006 kia optima.

The 2006 kia optima has 24 nhtsa complaints for the latches locks linkages at 85 186 miles average. See all problems of the 2006 kia motor optima. Big danger as driving with children in the car. Through personal research i discovered that this is a common and well known defect.

Once locked the key will not work to open door correctly neither will the door open manually from the inside. Must enter in passenger side door and climb over.